How do you pronounce the name John?

The name John is pronounced: ʤɑn

John

Q: What does the name John mean?

john\n n 1: a room or building equipped with one or more toilets [syn:\n {toilet}, {lavatory}, {lav}, {can}, {john}, {privy},\n {bathroom}]\n 2: youngest son of Henry II; King of England from 1199 to 1216;\n succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard\n I; lost his French possessions; in 1215 John was compelled by\n the barons to sign the Magna Carta (1167-1216) [syn: {John},\n {King John}, {John Lackland}]\n 3: (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be\n the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book\n of Revelation [syn: {John}, {Saint John}, {St. John}, {Saint\n John the Apostle}, {St. John the Apostle}, {John the\n Evangelist}, {John the Divine}]\n 4: a prostitute's customer [syn: {whoremaster}, {whoremonger},\n {john}, {trick}]\n 5: the last of the four Gospels in the New Testament [syn:\n {John}, {Gospel According to John}]

Name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity rankings

Pronunciation

How to pronounce John

ARPA

JH AA1 N

IPA

ʤɑn

Name Statistics

Key metrics and characteristics of John

Structure

Character Count

Syllable Count

Vowel Ratio

25%

Name Family

john

Usability

Pronunciation Difficulty1/10

Easy to pronounce

International Friendliness10/10

Works well across languages

Pronunciation Breakdown

Detailed phonetic analysis of how to say John

Syllables (1)

JH AA1 N

Bold syllables indicate primary stress

Sound Breakdown

gee (dʒ)

AA1

odd (ɑ)

knee (n)

International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

ʤɑn

Standard international representation

Pronunciation Tips

• This is a single-syllable name, pronounced in one smooth sound.

• Emphasize the syllable marked in bold for correct pronunciation.

Name DNA Profile

The unique character and personality of John

Name Personality

The Classic

Classic

Timeless

Strong

Key Characteristics

Length

Short

Concise and memorable

Rhythm

Monosyllabic

Simple and direct

Sound

Strong

Consonant-rich and crisp

Ease

Simple

Easy for most speakers

Global

Universal

Works across cultures

Heritage

john

Part of this name family

Letter Frequency

j×1

o×1

h×1

Most frequent letters in John

Visual Pattern

Tall bars = vowels, Short bars = consonants

Name Statistics

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Syllables

1 syllable

🗣️

Ease of Pronunciation

Very Easy

1/10 difficulty

🌍

International Friendliness

Excellent

10/10 global ease

Pronunciation Difficulty Comparison

How does John compare to the average name?

John1/10 😊

Average Name5.0/10

5.0

John is easier than average by 4.0 points.

Difficulty Scale:

Very Easy (0–2)← John

Easy (2–4)

Moderate (4–6)

Challenging (6–8)

Difficult (9–11)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Name Family

Names related to John (root: john)

Current Name

John

Related Names (9)

Short variations:

John-

Medium variations:

John-asa

Long variations:

John-adam

John-alan

John-alexander

John-david

John-hendry

John-henry

John-jack

John belongs to a family of 10 related names.

Name Meaning

What John means

English

noun 1. a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

Historical Reference

noun 2. youngest son of Henry II; King of England from 1199 to 1216; succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard I; lost his French possessions; in 1215 John was compelled by the barons to sign the Magna Carta (1167-1216)

Historical Reference

noun 3. (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation

English

noun 4. a prostitute's customer

Historical Reference

noun 5. the last of the four Gospels in the New Testament

Meaning Theme

The emotional tone and themes in John's meanings

Primary Theme

✨

Aspirational

Conveys strength, nobility, or divine favor

Theme Distribution

Aspirational

Key Themes

king

{king

divine}]\n

Name Numerology

Numerological analysis and letter patterns for John

Life Path Number

The Peacemaker

Harmonious individuals who excel at bringing people together and finding balance.

Diplomatic

Cooperative

Sensitive

Balanced

Most Common Letters

j×1

o×1

h×1

n×1

Sound Composition

Vowels

1(25%)

Consonants

3(75%)

Consonant-heavy names tend to sound more crisp and strong

Numerology Breakdown

Each letter is assigned a number (1-9). These are added together and reduced to find your Life Path Number.

Country Rankings

How popular John is around the world

Country	Gender	Rank	Years
Australia	boy	#97	2019-2019
Canada	boy	#62	2018-2018
France	boy	#503	2008-2008
Ireland	boy	#30	2019-2019
Netherlands	boy	#471	2014-2014
New Zealand	boy	#61	2019-2019
Norway	boy	#84	2004-2004
Sweden	boy	#91	2019-2019
United Kingdom	boy	#122	2018-2018
United States	boy	#27	2018-2018
United States	girl	#988	1988-1988

Country Comparison

How John ranks across different countries

Showing top 10 countries by ranking (lower rank = more popular)

Similar Names

Names similar to John

John John-John-adam John-alan John-alexander John-asa John-david John-hendry John-henry John-jack

Rhyming Words

Words that rhyme with John

abidjan

abron

alcon

almazan

alon

amman

antoine

aton

azerbaijan

balaban

baran

bataan

baton

bhutan

bon

bonn

bonne

bronn

buisson

buthan

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce John?

IPA: /ʤɑn/ ARPA: JH AA1 N This name is very easy to pronounce.

How many syllables are in John?

John has 1 syllable.

Is John easy to pronounce?

Yes, John is very easy to pronounce. It has simple, common sounds that most people can say without difficulty.

Is John easy to pronounce internationally?

Yes, John is extremely international-friendly (10/10). It uses sounds that are common across many languages and cultures, making it easy for people worldwide to pronounce.

What names are similar to John?

Names similar to John include: John-, John-adam, John-alan, John-alexander, John-asa. These names share similar sounds or roots.

Is John a good baby name?

John makes an excellent baby name! It's easy to pronounce and internationally friendly, making it a great choice for parents looking for these qualities in a name.

Is John a boy or girl name?

John can be used for any gender, though usage varies by culture and region. Check the rankings section to see gender distribution patterns.

How do you spell John?

The name is spelled John. Common spelling variations include: John-, John-adam, John-alan.

What does the name John mean?

The meaning and origin of John can be found in the "Meaning & Origin" section above. Names often carry rich cultural, historical, and linguistic significance.